Florida directs schools to prioritize abstinence in sex education, eliminating certain topics.

Florida has directed school districts to prioritize abstinence in sex education, eliminating lessons on contraception, reproductive anatomy, and topics like sexual consent and domestic violence. Orange County plans to adopt a state-approved abstinence-focused textbook, while Broward County will align its curriculum with state mandates. Critics, including educators and parents, argue this approach deprives teens of essential, factual information about their health.

September 22, 2024
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